Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, has declared that he is “not for sale” and will remain committed to his political convictions following the resignation of Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from the party.

The comments were made on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Kwankwaso’s residence in Kano State shortly after the governor’s exit from the NNPP.

Governor Yusuf’s departure from the NNPP came as part of a broader political realignment in the state, with the governor, members of the State House of Assembly, local government chairmen and other aides reportedly leaving the party amid ongoing internal disputes.

Addressing party supporters, Kwankwaso said his political struggle has always been rooted in advancing the interests of ordinary Nigerians rather than personal gain. “I’m not for sale.

Our political convictions keep me grounded,” he said, asserting that if personal benefit had been his priority, he would have chosen an easier path rather than remain at his Kano base after recent developments.

Kwankwaso emphasised that the shared vision and values of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, rather than material incentives, have sustained the party’s cohesion over time. He urged his supporters to begin early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections and resist complacency.

“We need people like you who have sacrificed and stood by the truth,” Kwankwaso said, adding that perseverance and unity are necessary to achieve the movement’s objectives.

Speaking on the immediate political context in Kano, Kwankwaso warned that recent events underscored the need for preparation and strategic engagement.

“Going by what is happening in Kano today, we need to start preparing because there are people hell‑bent on destroying what we built over time,” he said.

He reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for the interests of ordinary Nigerians and pledged not to compromise with those whom he described as exploiting the masses. “My mission is to always fight for the ordinary people,” he said, assuring supporters of his resolve to remain steadfast.

Kwankwaso’s message reflects broader political tensions within the NNPP following Yusuf’s resignation and highlights the challenge of maintaining party unity ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle.